The fourth release candidate for Wine 11.0 has been released, marking another step forward towards the final version. This is primarily a bug fix release with no new features or significant enhancements, focusing instead on stability and preventing regressions ahead of the final launch. The release addresses 22 bugs reported by users, including improvements for slow parallel port access, resolved crashes in certain applications, and performance dips when running benchmarks on Nvidia GPUs.
A new version of VSCodium has been released: 1.107.18627. This update specifically addresses an issue affecting users on macOS x64 who are trying to use the arm64 version of vscodium-policy-watcher, which had previously caused launch failures. The correction should help smooth out workflow issues and reduce frustration for affected users. This release marks another step in VSCodium's ongoing improvement process.
A new version of QEMU 10.2.0 has been released to the public, packed with significant updates and changes contributed by over 188 authors through more than 2300 commits. The latest code can be downloaded from QEMU's download page, where users can also find an exhaustive changelog detailing every change made in this release cycle. Key highlights include improved support for FreeBSD hosts, a new live update capability, enhanced performance through the use of io_uring, and smoother user-mode emulation operation. Additionally, various CPU features have been added or upgraded for ARM emulation, while PowerPC, RISC-V, and s390x users also benefit from numerous updates and enhancements.
A new version of VS Codium, 1.107.18605, has been released with several key improvements and updates. Developer daiyam has worked on internal patches that primarily aim to boost performance and smooth out stability issues across the program. Additionally, an Electron framework update was made to 39.2.7, which is expected to bring cross-platform consistency and potential performance gains or stability improvements. This release also integrates insider builds into the stable version of VS Code, allowing more users to benefit from a faster testing loop.
Nginx has rolled out its latest update, version 1.28.1, with a focus on security and bug fixes for real-world setups. The most notable change is the patching of a memory disclosure vulnerability in the ngx_mail_smtp_module that could have allowed snooping worker process memory under certain conditions. In addition to security fixes, several bugs related to stability and performance were resolved, including issues involving try_files, proxy_pass, HTTP/2 headers, and SSL certificate caching.
Pgpool-II 4.7.0 has been released, offering a range of updates and improvements for PostgreSQL's connection pooler and load balancer. The new version includes significant changes, such as the retirement of Slony mode, a name change from 'logdir' to 'work_dir,' and improved compatibility with PostgreSQL 18. Additionally, security upgrades have been made to protect against potential issues with watchdog and heartbeat receiver functions. One of the most exciting features is the ability for direct online database-level recovery without downtime, giving users more control in high-availability situations.
Samba has released version 4.22.7, which primarily addresses bugs reported by users and improves compatibility with Time Machine and Spotlight searching. Other key changes include enhancements to file timestamps when moving or deleting files via Samba, fixes for printer shares and Winbind issues, and updates to documentation. This release also resolves an assertion error in vfswrap_openat and a crash when updating IP addresses inside ctdb.
MariaDB has released a preview of version 12.3, kicking off a new long-term release cycle with various enhancements for the widely used database. This version includes several SQL feature additions, such as Oracle TO_DATE() compatibility and cursors on prepared statements, as well as improvements to standards like the SQL Standard SET PATH statement and global temporary tables. Performance upgrades have also been made, including fixes for binary logging issues and simplified secure connection settings in distributed environments. Additionally, new algorithms power PARTITION BY KEY operations, and an optimization for reorderable LEFT JOINs aims to improve query performance.
The latest version of Goverlay, 1.6.7, has been released with several improvements aimed at making it easier to use tools like MangoHud and OptiScaler. One major change is direct channel selection options for OptiScaler within its configuration file, allowing users to choose between stable or bleeding-edge builds more easily. The update also includes fixes for GNOME issues, such as improved text clarity in dark themes and enhanced debugging support with dozens of new checkpoints. Additionally, MangoHud configuration options have been added specifically for Flatpak users, bringing Goverlay closer to Flathub approval and potentially allowing direct installation via Flatpak.
GloriousEggroll has released an update, GE-Proton10-27, which focuses on improving the Proton compatibility layer. The main enhancements include updating Wine to its most advanced version and upgrading DXVK and related projects to their latest git versions. Additionally, several patches were integrated or adjusted for improved Wayland support integration, game-specific tweaks, and fixes for various games such as Heroes of Newerth Reborn, Star Citizen, and Rocket League. However, one known issue remains: Blade & Soul NEO refuses to launch due to a problem also present in upstream Proton-experimental.
A new version of Zen Browser, 1.17.15b, has been released, based on Firefox 146.0.1 and likely including performance tweaks and bug fixes. This update also brings language support for Norwegian Bokmål, Slovak, Romanian, and additional languages. Several long-awaited issues have been addressed, including a fix for fingerprinting protection that was causing font rendering problems on certain websites.
Ventoy, a popular tool for creating bootable USB drives, has been updated to version 1.1.10. The latest release includes several fixes and improvements that address common issues, such as compatibility problems with Kylin Server V11 and Windows booting in F2 mode. Additionally, Ventoy now supports musl libc environments, and the LinuxGUI component can run on Wayland setups alongside X support. Users of AerynOS also benefit from the update, which simplifies USB installs across more distributions.
Darktable 5.4.0 is now available as a free and open-source update, featuring contributions from over 996 community members through extensive development. The release includes significant improvements such as the Capture Sharpening module for recovering lost detail due to blur, a new tone mapper with detailed controls, and multiple workspace support. Performance-wise, Darktable has seen notable gains, including speed-ups up to 20% in the Lut3D module and faster handling of large metadata reads during startup.
Wine Staging has released its latest build, version 11.0 Release Candidate 3, which marks another experimental step in the open-source project's progress. This release comes after community testers pushed hard to identify areas for improvement and provided valuable feedback that guides developers' priorities.
Goverlay 1.6.5 has been released to improve the software's user-friendliness and efficiency. The update resolves a major issue where settings would often disappear after restarting or upgrading the system, particularly with network issues or font selections. Goverlay 1.6.5 also makes the app feel snappier and less laggy when dealing with downloads and notifications, allowing users to focus on the interface without interruptions. Additionally, the update improves compatibility with non-Steam launchers that support absolute paths.
Godot 4.6 Beta 2 has been released, which marks an important moment in the engine's development journey. The update focuses on addressing issues and improving user experience through various refinements to the editor interface and other features. Notable enhancements include fixes for shader editor window sizing and GUI-related updates like a text editor scrolling fix that works better with certain vertical screen setups. This release also includes platform-specific upgrades, such as an automatic performance boost activation for iOS projects and significant rendering updates involving motion vectors.
A new version of Ungoogled Chromium, version 143.0.7499.169-1, has been released as a browser alternative that minimizes Google integration while maintaining a familiar experience for users. This release dials back on Google services and blocks tracking features, resulting in a lighter and more private browser without unnecessary binaries. Beyond basic privacy tweaks, Ungoogled Chromium offers additional customization options through command-line switches and flag settings, allowing users to tailor their experience further. The goal is to provide a more aware and controlled browsing experience for those seeking alternatives to standard browser releases.
Wine 11.0 Release Candidate 3 has been released for download from WineHQ, marking the third milestone before the upcoming major update. This release focuses on fixing bugs over introducing new features and aims to resolve issues reported by users trying out the software. The release specifically addresses 17 user-reported problems, including fixes for DirectX installation failures, rendering issues in Burnout Paradise, and a VRChat sound output problem.
The ML4W Dotfiles team has released a new update, version 2.9.9.4, for Hyprland users, which includes several tweaks and additions to enhance efficiency on Linux desktops. The update introduces global theme support, allowing users to easily switch between themes using the keyboard shortcut CTRL+ALT+T. Additionally, animation smoothness has been improved by managing this setting directly through the Settings app, and the default cursor has been refreshed with new options. Other notable changes include increased availability of Terminal CLI commands for launching scripts and applications, as well as simplified screenshot configuration management.
Mesa 25.3.2 is out, with a brief delay due to the release handler needing extra time to sort things out. The new version includes important updates and bug fixes spread throughout the codebase, thanks to significant work in drivers like Panfrost, radv, and others. The Mesa team's diligence has kept the stable branch strong, with steady progress made behind the scenes to refine performance and reliability.
